As Australia’s peak and largest member body for disability service organisations, we have a long history, combining national reach with deep local expertise and a strong culture centred on knowledge and excellence.

The next five years will be critical for the disability sector, as change continues to reshape how services are delivered and funded. A quality and sustainable disability ecosystem depends on quality and sustainable providers of disability services. These organisations have deep expertise, often built over decades. They invest in their workforce, maintain high-quality systems and are connected to their local communities. Without them, people living with disability will lose access to quality supports, especially those with complex support needs and those in rural and remote areas.

Yet, as the policy, regulatory, and funding landscape continues to shift, many quality providers face mounting pressure on their financial viability. In the context of heightened scrutiny on government expenditure, it is more important than ever that these organisations not only survive but thrive.

NDS embraces its leadership role in this time of change. We are committed to transforming how we support our members, ensuring they have the resources to navigate this evolving landscape. At the same time, rapid advancements in technology, big data, and Artificial Intelligence are reshaping service delivery, creating both new opportunities and new expectations. NDS will harness these innovations to drive progress and strengthen the sector.

To find out more about NDS, please visit our website at https://nds.org.au  

About the Role

• Reports to: CEO
• Location:  Open but Sydney or Melbourne ideally

Position Purpose

This role provides strategic commercial and operational leadership of the corporate services function and is a key role in the NDS Executive Team.

The role oversees the financial, commercial, human resources, IT and facilities management functions. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Work with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team (ELT) in delivering NDS’s vision and strategy.
• Oversee and manage NDS’ finances to achieve the best performance of NDS financial assets and processes, ensuring financial and statutory compliance.
• Support the Audit Risk and Investment Committee including preparing reports and liaising with advisors and fund managers.  
• Lead delivery and implementation of NDS’ Digital & IT Transformation program.
• Oversee risk and compliance activities.
• Working with the Head of People & Culture and the EMT to foster an inclusive, collaborative and innovative culture that attracts and retains high quality and engaged staff. 
• Oversee the delivery of fit for purpose facilities, ICT systems and infrastructure and efficient office administration supports. 
• Demonstrate the NDS values of Build respectful relationships, Lead change, Deliver clarity & impact, Support and develop others and Embrace diversity.

To be successful in the role you will need:

• CA/CPA qualifications required.
• Strong strategic and operational leadership experience across a range of functions including finance, risk, compliance and governance
• Experience in leading the design and delivery of digital and ICT initiatives.
• Strong people leadership skills including leading with empathy, sound judgement, adaptability and resilience.
• Genuine commitment to driving and supporting a positive workplace culture.
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively consult and negotiate with a range of stakeholders (both internal and external) to achieve beneficial outcomes.
• Willing and able to travel nationally as required.

What We Offer: 

• Flexible working opportunities including hybrid working (1 day+ per week in the office)
• Salary packaging benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Staff Rewards & Discounts program
• Learning and development opportunities

To Apply:

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and value diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We encourage all applicants, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQ and culturally diverse communities to join NDS.  

NDS is committed to supporting equal employment opportunities for individuals with disability and will provide reasonable workplace adjustments.  We encourage potential applicants with lived experience to contact NDS to discuss any questions regarding individual workplace adjustments.  NDS also provides adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via [email protected] or 02 9256 3104 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email or phone).

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your Skills & Experience in the areas listed above by clicking on the Apply Now button.  

For further information please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Director of Corporate Services enquiry via EthicalJobs.  

Please do not send your application to this email address, as it's for enquiries only. 

The successful applicant must be prepared to undertake a pre-employment police check.  

No agencies please.